The fast and easy way to perfect your bowling gameBowling is an inexpensive date, an affordable night out for thewhole family, and a fun hangout activity for kids of all ages.Bowling For Dummies reveals the tips, tricks, and rules ofplay for this iconic American sport.While not every player can hope to bowl 300, you can improveyour average and show off for friends, family, and bowling leagueteammates. Bowling For Dummies provides easy-to-understandinstructions for improving your bowling game. The expert tips andadvice take you through every step of the game, from selecting theright shoes to the proper way to yell, "Strike!"* Packed with photos and line drawings* Step-by-step instructions and illustrations included for alltechniques* Covers beginner through more advanced techniquesWhether you're a casual bowler or on a bowling league, thepractical, friendly advice in Bowling For Dummies will haveyou itching to hit the lanes to try out your new skills.

Introduction.Part I: The Opening Frame.Chapter 1: Welcome to the Wonderful World of Bowling.Chapter 2: Getting Down to the Basics of the Game.Chapter 3: Heading to the Center.Chapter 4: Buying Your Own Ball, Shoes, and Accessories.Part II: Body Basics: Throwing Yourself into theGame.Chapter 5: Finding Your Form and Style.Chapter 6: Positioning Yourself for a Smooth Approach.Chapter 7: Throwing the Ball.Chapter 8: Correcting Common Approach Problems.Part III: Time to Get Rolling: Making Your Shot.Chapter 9: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about HookShots.Chapter 10: Knocking 'Em All Down: The Secrets to BowlingStrikes.Chapter 11: Picking Up Spares.Chapter 12: Conquering Classic Splits.Part IV: Staying on Your Game.Chapter 13: Understanding the Ins and Outs of Oil on theLanes.Chapter 14: Staying in the Game, Physically and Mentally.Chapter 15: Improving Your Game on Your Own or with a Coach'sHelp.Chapter 16: Bowling When You Have Special Health Conditions.Part V: Joining Others at the Center.Chapter 17: Taking the Kids Bowling.Chapter 18: Playing in Leagues and Tournaments.Part VI: The Part of Tens.Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Add 10 Points (Or More) to YourScore.Chapter 20: Ten Tricks to Throwing a Great Hook.Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Make Bowling More Fun.Glossary.Index.